Cat Eye Sunglasses

"Add the Unexpected with a Pair of Classic Cat Eye Shades"

Cat eye sunglasses are rooted from the 50s/early 60s fashion, adding a chic touch of glam and vintage to your look. The cat eye is a timeless womens sunglass style – interpreted in various stylish ways by our leading fashion designers, which makes cat eye shades a versatile accessory piece that anyone, no matter personal style, can wear!

Courtesy of Marc by Marc Jacobs/Bloomingdales

I personally love how the top bridge of these sunglasses gives a quirky edge among the sea of fashionistas wearing square and rounded frame shapes. They inject the perfect (but subtle) spiff to a basic tee and jeans-outfit.

Outfit accent or fashion statement?

Decide if you want a pair with a cool, strong statement like a dramatic '50s swoop; or something subtle such as a softer 80s iteration. So ask yourself if you want to make the shades the conversation piece and expression of your personal style - or an accessory accent that won't compete with your outfit.

Courtesy of Tom Ford (left) and Marc by Marc Jacobs (right). Both from Bergdorf Goodman

You'll also find them in various colors and decorative embellishments that need to be weighed in when selecting the best pair for your face. Wearing the right color and style can really help accentuate your natural beauty and personal style. For example, if you're a brunette, then tortoise frames with gold accents can enhance the browns in your hair color. Click here to learn more about wearing your best colors

Angular or rounded?

If you don't want to make your facial shape obvious then select a pair of cat eye sunglasses opposite from it.

For example, if you want your face to appear more angular go for shades with sharper edges or oversized frames that curve upwards to draw attention way from a rounded jawline.

If you want to chic up a sporty-casual look then you can combine them with a sweatshirt, a pair of chino pants and Keds slip-on sneakers.

If I were you I would most definitely make the first pair a versatile one. Nothing too dramatic but more on the basic side, such as in a neutral color and simple design. They go with anything and help balance out a trendy outfit.

What is considered basic?

Basic as in neutral in color and style - because it ups the flexibility of the sunglasses so that you can wear them with multiple color and clothing style combinations.

But I also want to emphasize that the term "basic" may vary in definition based on the wearer's personal style. A basic piece should be timeless in a sense that it looks good on you. And this aspect of style will always be, no matter what the trends are otherwise saying, the best basic for you that will stand the test of time. Remember: "Fashion fades but style is eternal" ;-) (see: What's Chic Fashion?)

Let's take Nicole Richie as an example. She's known for her Trendy, Bohemian fashion persona and going for an oversized sunglass style would resonate more to her taste and personality. So for her, oversized is a basic for her.

Nicole Richie via Celebrity-Paradise

Olivia Palermo on the other hand has a more Classy clothing persona with a Dramatic twist to it. She also has a full, round face shape which makes angular cat eye sunglasses the best choice to complement that. So sunglasses with an angular shape and bold statement are timeless for her.

Olivia Palermo via Celebutopia

But no matter sunglass shape, the neutral color and minimal details make it basic.

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If you want a pair of unique designer sunglasses then you might want to look into Tom Ford. They make amazing cat eye sunglasses in various stylish designs.

If you want something more affordable then you should check out the newest additions at online sunglass stores such as Sunglass warehouse or OC Shades.

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